Fresh Opportunities at The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 MAINTANANCE AND REPAIR

• Carry out routine maintenance for the Refrigeration equipment as per schedule to equipment is kept in working order
• Do housekeeping and ensure log books are kept up-to-date
• Do installations, minor repairs and modifications to the refrigeration equipment e.g. fans, pumps, and air-conditioning plants, when necessary to ensure that the equipment works according to set standards
• On-the-job training of staff in basic skills to ensure that the department's work is done efficiently
• Braising and soldering of copper and various pipes to ensure there are no leaks on system
• Conduct regular plant and structures inspections in plant rooms.
• Do standby 24 hours a day to be available when any of the facilities break down.
• Installing pipework, valves, pumps and motors, and carrying out planned maintenance.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety, environment and quality.
• Complete breakdown and preventive maintenance work orders, create subsequent notifications, and provide feedback on work performed.
• Apply fault-finding techniques, conduct root cause failure analysis and regular plant inspections.
• Required to work shifts (including night shifts)

 GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Carry out inspections of fans, pumps installations.
• Carry out changes and installations to various systems.
• Adhere to safety regulations and standard safe practices.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• National technical qualification certificate (N3)
•  Be a qualified  Mechanical artisan
• 5 Years’ experience in a maintenance and building environment
• Be computer literate

KNOWLEDGE

• Fit and assemble metal parts, tools or sub-assemblies, including welding or brazing parts.
• Fabricates, installs and repairs heavy machinery.
• Maintaining mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems and equipment.

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PURPOSE

To manage an innovative team and cross functional members to maintain & support Radio and TV Broadcast Systems as well as to develop new innovations to modernise and enable technologies, processes and services to evolve the SABC Technology Division.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Expert at compiling standby shifts to provide 24-hour support to all broadcast related faults and ensuring the mandate of the SABC is protected through a multi-skilled and diverse knowledgebase across all radio and television platforms
• Contributions to Technology's Long-Term Capital Plans detailing future growth patterns and solutions to client's 5 year plans.
• Compile submissions to Line Manager as part of Divisional Strategy input in alignment with the Corporate Plan and the Target Operating Model.
• Expert PFMA knowledge to produce accurate and timeous Operational Budgets
• Manage overtime and standby within agreed parameters
• Maintaining financial planning and controls within acceptable parameters by optimally applying resource management, time management, internal control measures, while remaining within the PFMA
• Expert knowledge of all management principles to managing staff conflict, grievances, recruitment, staff retention, disciplinaries, etc
• Expert in knowledge base and understanding of all HR policies & procedures, eg Employment Equity, Labour Relations, Code of Conduct, etc in order to promote healthy people management practices
• Advanced level of technical & operational knowledge & understanding of discipline specific matters
• Advanced knowledge & understanding of industry related matters and requirements, e.g. broadcast operations, TV/Radio operations, industry trends & developments and customer needs.
• Advanced working knowledge of criteria to which broadcasting should comply e.g. audio quality
• High level of technical and operational knowledge, understanding and application of broadcast equipment  in accordance with minimum broadcast standards
• Planned & scheduled expert level maintenance of broadcast equipment and systems in accordance with specifications
• Setting up, monitoring and manage outside broadcast infrastructure in order to ensure adherence to technical and safety specifications, maximum utilisation of facilities and resources for successful recording, production and broadcast
• Ability to assist and monitor where needed with rigging and de-rigging cables and equipment, ensuring the efficient and effective setting up and dismantling of the complete infrastructure and its safe return to the SABC base.
• Conducting advance inspection, analysis, checks and repair on the faulty equipment/ systems
• Design and implementation of equipment /system on required level in a facility in accordance with specifications
• Ability to improvise and exploit new ideas in order to improve the efficiency of products, systems & processes e.g. mechanisms that would help make the system work productively and less downtime
• Applying problem solving principles to resolve a fault within reasonable time in a facility system during production showing the understanding of system, e.g. transmission problems, configuration, etc.
• Setting up and configuration of equipment in systems, e.g. Servers, Routers, Play-out systems, mixers, etc
• Maintaining media inventory, managing broadcast application server and networks, managing broadcast networks, managing production server.
• Understanding and setting up as well as configuring equipment in systems, e.g. Servers, Routers, Play-out systems, mixers, etc

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma in Electronic Engineering\ Information Systems or equivalent NQF Level 6 and A+, N+
• Code 10 with PDP
• At least 10 years' experiencing in TV/Radio Broadcasting systems with a sound knowledge of IT and Broadcast Engineering principles with a minimum of 4 years as Principal Technician within broadcasting.

Additional requirements to the job

• Expert understanding of Financial Management.
• Expert Knowledge and understanding of business and broadcast planning.
• Expert Strategic Management Skills
• Expert understanding of broadcast standards.
• Expert knowledge & understanding of different audio & video formats.
• Expert knowledge and understanding of circuit diagrams and electronic components.
• Expert understanding of broadcast operations

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Main purpose of position

• To ensure sound financial and administrative processes are provided to enable the effective day-to-day operations of the station.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide support to management and accurately capture discussions around the development and implementation of the channel’s business strategy.
• Capture ALL strategic documents of the station and file them accordingly.
• Plan, organize and control administrative activities pertaining to the specific area of operation.
• Prepare participants for strategy engagements – create templates, guidelines, and briefs.
• . Manage the value chain around sourcing of new freelance contracts
• Processing of freelance payments.
• Processing of supplier payments.
• Facilitate travel bookings, process S&T and KM claims for reimbursement for staff and management team.
• Handle general queries relating to payments and administration of the station.
• Co-ordination of station manager’s diary - internal & external meetings.
• Timeous and accurate preparation and management of documentation.
• Development and effective management of a filing system - electronically and manually to ensure easy retrieval of information and all records.
• Ensuring that all sensitive documents and or information are appropriately secured.
• Draft memos, minutes and monthly reports.
• Arrange venues and refreshments for meetings.
• Accurately taking minutes and ensuring accurate typing of all correspondence and proof reading of official documents in a professional manner
• Coordination of meeting, farewell, workshops, refreshment and venues.
• Coordinate the station visits and direct them to the destinations.
• General office administration
• Adhere to SABC policies and procedures.
• Assist in the development of and ensure implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Respond to risk imperatives to protect organizational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.
• Compliance with OHS requirements.
• Attend to internal and external customers/clients queries/ complaints
• Determine and serve customers/clients’ needs
• Work in conjunction with all radio station units’ objectives.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders
• Contract on the SABC’s Performance Management System in accordance with the organizational policy and procedures
• Be a team player and be able to give leadership to the team when required
• Coach and mentor junior team members (where applicable)
• Take part in employee relations campaigns to ensure conducive and productive working environment.

Requirements:

• Matric and Certificate in Office Management/Administration or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 5)
• 3 years’ experience in administrative role
• Proficiency in SAP system
• Basic understanding of broadcasting industry and media
•  Filing system development and management
•  Basic finance principles and PFMA understanding
• Minute taking
• Computer literacy (various office applications)
• Excellent communication (verbal and written)
• Customer Service orientated/focused
• Problem solving
• Planning and organizing
• Time management
• Data & trend analyses and interpretation

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Main purpose of position

To select and schedule music programmes that attract the largest possible audiences, in-line with the Station’s mandate and identity.

Key Accountabilities

• Make input in the formulation of the station’s music strategy.
• Conduct research, develop and introduce new angles/formats where applicable to enhance station strategy.
• Manage, maintain, and modify the station’s music universe in line with station strategy.
• Develop and maintain an appropriate environment to support the Programme Manager/s in achieving goals and objectives of overall strategy.
• Receive new music from various sources and apprise the music committee.
• Listen to new music for appropriateness and ensure it is catalogued before going on air.
• Advise the music committee on new music and new developments in the industry for decision making purposes.
• Research and source new artists and new music releases suitable for needs of the station.
• Select and schedule music for air play, and artists for interviews in line with station mandate, identity, and music policy.
• Contribute to the music policy, SOPs, SLA’s, and procedures in order to maintain unique sound for the station.
• Conduct regular research to keep abreast with industry developments and ahead of competitors.
• Utilise audience and programme research in order to adjust scheduling strategy.
• Provide all relevant music content to the station’s digital platforms.
• Utilize SABC archive material and facilitate the acquisition of new material for specialized music genres where applicable – jazz, gospel, choral, classical, folk, etc.
• Capture PRS details correctly for all speciality music shows and music mixes.
• Maintain good relationships with Record Companies, Artists, and Promoters.
• Pro-actively facilitate discussions with stakeholders around music programming.
• Participate in station music policy and playlist meetings (music committee meetings).
• Maintain good relationships with collecting societies that are responsible for music royalties to keep them abreast with music developments at the station.
• Maintain the music master data base to ensure a credible play list.
• Arrange and document all on-air interviews.
• Create a system to catalogue all new tracks so that they are easily identified and correctly reported to the collecting societies.
• Reflect accurate local/international music details in accordance with ICASA and SAMRO quotas.
• Report all faults and maintain documentation.
• Provide detailed monthly/quarterly reports.
• Provide music committee reports and recommendations where necessary.
• Provide music listening session scorecards, as and when needed.

Requirements:

• Matric and post matric qualification in Music production, Sound engineering or relevant qualification. NQF 6
• 6 years’ experience in music production or radio industry
• 3 years’ experience as a radio station music compiler
• Understanding of SABC policies and SOPs.
• Knowledge of South African broadcasting legislation.
• Knowledge of music trends, and industry players.
• Basic understanding of radio broadcasting systems.
• Basic understanding of sound broadcasting.
• Problem solving skills.
• Project management skills
• Good communication skills, verbal and written.
• Research skills.
• Basic digital media skills.
• Computer literacy.

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Main purpose of position

• To select and schedule music programmes that attract the largest possible audiences, in-line with the Station’s mandate and identity.

Key Accountabilities

• Make input in the formulation of the station’s music strategy.
• Conduct research, develop and introduce new angles/formats where applicable to enhance station strategy.
• Manage, maintain and modify the station’s music universe in line with station strategy.
• Develop and maintain an appropriate environment to support the Programme Manager/s in achieving goals and objectives of overall strategy.
• Receive new music from various sources and apprise the music committee.
• Listen to new music for appropriateness and ensure it is catalogued before going on air.
• Advise the music committee on new music and new developments in the industry for decision making purposes.
• Research and source new artists and new music releases suitable for needs of the station.
• Select and schedule music for air play, and also artists for interviews in line with station mandate, identity and music policy.
• Contribute to the music policy, SOPs, SLA’s and procedures in order to maintain unique sound for the station.
• Conduct regular research to keep abreast with industry developments and ahead of competitors.
• Utilise audience and programme research in order to adjust scheduling strategy.
• Provide all relevant music content to the station’s digital platforms.
• Utilize SABC archive material and facilitate the acquisition of new material for specialized music genres where applicable – jazz, gospel, choral, maskandi, classical, folk, etc.
• Capture PRS details correctly for all speciality music shows and music mixes.
• Maintain good relationships with Record Companies, Artists and Promoters.
• Pro-actively facilitate discussions with stakeholders around music programming.
• Participate in station music policy and playlist meetings (music committee meetings).
• Maintain good relationships with collecting societies that are responsible for music royalties to keep them abreast with music developments at the station.
• Maintain the music master data base to ensure a credible play list.
• Arrange and document all on-air interviews.
• Create a system to catalogue all new tracks so that they are easily identified and correctly reported to the collecting societies.
• Reflect accurate local/international music details in accordance with ICASA and SAMRO quotas.
• Report all faults and maintain documentation.
• Provide detailed monthly/quarterly reports.
• Provide music committee reports and recommendations where necessary.
• Provide music listening session scorecards, as and when needed.

Requirements:

• Matric and   NQF Level 6 qualification in music production, sound engineering or relevant qualification.
•  6 years’ experience in music production or radio industry
•  3 years’ experience as a radio station music compiler
• Understanding of SABC policies and SOPs.
• Knowledge of South African broadcasting legislation.
• Knowledge of music trends, and industry players.
• Basic understanding of radio broadcasting systems.
• Basic understanding of sound broadcasting.
• Problem solving skills
• Project management skills
• Good communication skills, verbal and written
• Research skills.
• Basic digital media skills.
• Computer literacy.

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MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To assist in the carrying out the maintenance and repairs of mechanical facilities, in order to ensure the maximum effectiveness of systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 ASSIST IN MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

• Provide support and assistance in connection with facilities electrical equipment maintenance planning, scheduling and execution.
• Assist electricians during preventative maintenance, breakdowns and projects.
• Perform tasks as directed by the Supervisor/ Electrician to assist with site preparation, general maintenance work, installations, inspections, diagnosing faults, testing, repairs, maintenance of electrical equipment, lights, appliances and fixtures and cleaning the work area on completion.
• As directed by Supervisor/ Electrician assist with storage, lifting, fetching supplies, unloading and checking deliveries.
• Liaising with the Supervisor/ Electrician and other employees and performing work in accordance with the agreed requirements and within agreed time frames.
• Maintain close working relationship with internal and external clients, in order to ensure optimal delivery on client needs and requirements.
• Taking responsibility for equipment issued and ensuring that the equipment provided is used in accordance with the training provided.
• Assist with the identification of defects and or the need for repairs to minimize disruptions to SABC operations due to equipment failures.
• Assisting with research on new equipment, technologies and technology trends in order to enhance the efficiencies and effectiveness of SABC technical operations.

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Obey lawful orders and instructions
• Comply with organizational policies and procedures
• Adhere to standard safe work procedures
• Ensuring good housekeeping and cleanliness within the designated area
• Immediately report any hazards to the health and safety of employees to line management

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12, National Certificate in Electrical, NQF Level 4 or relevant qualification (N3

EXPERIENCE

• 1 year experience as an Electrical Assistant or an internship

KNOWLEDGE

• Basic knowledge of building electrical systems (Electricity Distribution, Wiring of Installations, MV and LV Switchgears, Standby Generators, Uninterruptible Power Supplies, Lighting, motors etc).
• Basic system failure troubleshooting
• Must be a team player.
• Be prepared to work in various environments with different disciplines.
• Must be prepared to work overtime when required.

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT THE INTERNAL AUDIT STRATEGY AND OPERATIONAL PLAN

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• Prevent wasteful and fruitless expenditure in compliance with PFMA regulation.
• Conducts monitoring and evaluation of the Internal Audit function and impact on business improvement.
• Ensure that relevant systems and processes are developed and implemented for successful audit operations.
• Ensure that auditable systems and processes are in place in every facet of organizational operations.
• Ensure the development and maintenance of efficient, effective and transparent system of risk management and internal controls.
• Provide actuaries that contribute to the SABC achievement of its objectives.

GOVERNANCE RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Ensure compliant governance practices are complemented by effective risk management and internal control environment.
• Oversee the management of organizational operational risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations. 
• Develop, review and implement policies and good governance to address gaps and promote accountability.
• Monitor compliance in line with OHS Act.
• Provide assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of the overall Risk Management Processes.
• Monitor execution of internal risk audits results per checklist to identify and address gaps.

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Promote partnerships with relevant customers and stakeholders and manage overall perceptions on the internal audit function.
• Engage in complex networking strategies with a diverse population of customers and stakeholders.
• Report to the SABC Board and all relevant stakeholders on key risks and non – compliance.     
• Promote the SABC brand and reputation with key customers and stakeholders.

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT

• Capacitate the audit function with the right skills sets and professionalism.
• Effective implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
• Ensure adequate staffing for workload, succession planning and effective leadership.
• Represent the department at national strategic committee meetings.
• Effective briefing and communication with department staff.
• Ensure Personal Development Plans (CDP) for staff members are in place.
• Provide input on the retention and attraction of staff.
• Individual coaching, counseling and mentoring conducted on an ongoing basis to meet performance needs.

 INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 QUALIFICATIONS

• Post Graduate qualification in Auditing or related field. (NQF 8)
• Professional Certification of Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) – non-negotiable.
• CRMA, CISA, CCSA, CFE, or other similar related qualification – will be advantageous to have.

 EXPERIENCE

• Eight (8) years’ working experience, five (5) of which should be at middle management level.
• Management of processes and systems in complex business environments in the relevant functions

KNOWLEDGE

• Proven ability to lead projects, collaborate and work with teams
• Information Systems knowledge and direct experience with ACL and SAP
• Report writing skills
• Manage and supervise the Audit Division
• Auditing systems and  management
• Business Acumen
• Budget management
• Strategic management
• Management information systems
• Financial reporting
• People management
• Project Management
• Strategic Management
• Conflict resolution
• Project management
• Fraud risk assessment
• Change management
• Cybercrime investigations
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Must have strong personal and professional ethics

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MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

Reporting to Manager : Finance: To develop, manage and maintain efficient and effective financial services that achieve cost reductions through a financial strategy of planned and effective process re-design value-added services and integrated systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF STRATEGY

• Provide input on internal business review analysis to guide strategic input and development.
• Provide input on strategic direction to the business in outline current and future financial objectives.
• Review and Report on the achievement of business units objectives.
• Proactively provide financial advice and support to in order to ensure strategic business objectives are achieved.

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• Review and Report on the achievement of business units objectives.
• Proactively manage month end reporting in line with Group Finance Deadlines.
• Ensure that all monthly Income Statement and Balance Sheet reconciliations are performed on time.
• Provide and Assist in managing the income statement for the divisional business units; Provide accurate and timeous financial information in order for management to make informed decisions.
• Manage, co-ordinate and monitor the annual budgets.
• Proactively provide financial advice and support to Group Sales and Marketing in order to ensure strategic business objectives are achieved.
• Establish and maintain inconspicuous control systems targeted at key risk areas.
• Provide flexible information delivery systems that respond to changing needs.
• Perform ad-hoc investigations and prepare ad-hoc reports.

GOVERNANCE RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Monitor and report on operational risks and compliance.
• Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance and compliance.
• Oversee the management of Operational risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations. 
• Monitor compliance in line with OHS Act.
• Develop, implement and maintain sound internal control processes 
• Monitor execution of internal risk audits and address gaps and provide execution of mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate all business plans in the context of compliance to the organisational guidelines and policies.

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Explore and make recommendations on current Operational processes to streamline and improve it for better efficiency and effectiveness.
• Create and maintain cross functional communication with internal stakeholders.
• Effective discussion, coaching and communication with all levels of management in order to set proper budgets & forecasts.

LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Contract, set target and manage Performance of the team in accordance with the Performance Management policy. 
• Effective management of Employment Relations issues within the Business Unit.
• Manage, direct, guide, motivate and develop the team
• Ensure effective communication within the department and division and promote effective communication channels.
• Personnel Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members.
• Provide direction on the attraction and retention of staff.
• Ensure the relevant Job profiles are prepared and are available for the Business Unit.
• Provide direction on the retention and attraction of staff.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• National Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Management or equivalent qualification. (NQF6/7)

EXPERIENCE

• 6 years’ experience in Financial Management of which 3 years should be Supervisory Level. 

KNOWLEDGE

• Business planning and complexity theory
• Knowledge of Public Financial Management Act 
• Knowledge of Government Regulations
• Good judgement to make rational, realistic and sound decisions based on consideration of all the facts and alternatives available
• Budget management and forward scenario planning
• PFMA and relevant national treasury regulations
• Strategic management
• Management information systems
• Financial accounting standards and IFRS
• Scenario planning and Trend analysis
• Understanding of the different role players within the broadcasting landscape
• Project management
• Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations